Computer Network Defense (CND) Analyst 2

At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the best, and in return, we offer a world-class, truly unique employee experience that is rare within our industry.
We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) to join our team. The CNDA will be responsible for continuous network security monitoring, intrusion detection, and incident response actions. This role requires an individual with strong technical knowledge and experience in securing network infrastructure against known vulnerabilities, analyzing security incidents, and effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
Use information collected from a variety of computer network defense resources (including, but not limited to, intrusion detection system alerts, firewall and network traffic logs, and host system logs) to identify, analyze, and report events that occur or might occur within their environment.
Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position appropriate security clearance is required. (e.g. Active TS/SCI security clearance with agency appropriate polygraph).

Capabilities

• Continuously monitor network activity to detect and respond to potential security incidents
• Conduct intrusion detection and incident response activities
• Analyze correlated log data to identify potential threats or anomalies
• Develop and implement custom Snort rules to enhance network intrusion detection capabilities
• Recognize and differentiate between legitimate network activity and malicious intrusions or compromises
• Analyze event logs and other relevant data to investigate successful intrusions and compromised systems
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners across various levels
• Secure network gear by implementing appropriate measures to mitigate known vulnerabilities
• Correlate forensic findings with network events to develop detailed intrusion narratives
• Conduct forensic triage, analyzing the scope and potential impact of incidents
• Collect, process, preserve, and analyze computer-related evidence
• Collaborate with government and customer personnel to validate and investigate security alerts
• Document and track incident analysis through resolution, providing detailed reports and findings

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI with agency appropriate poly
• Seven (7) years of experience and an Associate's Degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (e.g., General Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, or Computer Security).
• OR
• Five (5) years of experience and an Bachelor's Degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (e.g., General Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, or Computer Security).
• OR
• Three (3) years of experience and an Master's Degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (e.g., General Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, or Computer Security).
• OR
• Two (2) years of experience and an Doctorate Degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (e.g., General Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Forensics, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, or Computer Security).
• 18 semester hours of military training/ coursework in networking, computer science, or cyber topics is equivalent to an Associate's degree.
• Relevant experience in computer or information systems design/development, programming, information/cyber/network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, information assurance, and/or systems engineering. 

The Benefits Package

• Wyetech believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes 20% of each employee's gross compensation to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds. 

Additional benefits include:
• Wyetech provides a generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with appli